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"We hate that not everyone who wanted one was able to get it": Valve laments that the Steam Controller went out of stock instantly, says it's working on a restock

The Steam Controller sold out instantly when it launched this week, but Valve has issued a new statement confirming it's working hard to get a restock.

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New Xbox CEO replaces 24-year Microsoft employees with former CoreAI, Meta, Instacart execs to "evolve how we work"

New Xbox CEO replaces 24-year Microsoft employees with former CoreAI, Meta, Instacart execs to "evolve how we work"

Xbox continues to change

Forza Horizon 6 is driving into Xbox Game Pass this month, along with heavy hitters like Doom: The Dark Ages and Subnautica 2, and more

Forza Horizon 6 is driving into Xbox Game Pass this month, along with heavy hitters like Doom: The Dark Ages and Subnautica 2, and more

Microsoft reveals Xbox Game Pass's first batch of new games coming in the first half of May 2026, and it's stacked with highly anticipated titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2, and critically-acclaimed hits like Doom: The Dark Ages.

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“We need to evolve”: Xbox CEO overhauls leadership as Xbox's hardware future looks increasingly bleak

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is overhauling the brand’s leadership team following a difficult earnings report, bringing in new talent from CoreAI and Instacart while Kevin Gammill and Roanne Sones depart.

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New Xbox boss continues leadership overhaul with several former colleagues and AI experts

All AI, all the time.

Xbox Game Pass Gets Five New Day-One Games Including Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era

Five new indie games are now available on Xbox Game Pass, including Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, which sold 650,000 copies. These games offer diverse experiences for players.

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni review: The best headset going, as of now

A flawless replacement for the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless

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“More handheld gains”: Xbox boosts performance for over two dozen titles on Xbox Ally with new default profiles

“More handheld gains”: Xbox boosts performance for over two dozen titles on Xbox Ally with new default profiles

Xbox expands Default Game Profiles with over two dozen new titles on Xbox Ally and Ally X, improving performance and battery life through per-game optimization in the Xbox app.

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Sony could be cribbing Xbox's playbook for PS6 and the future of PlayStation

Sony could be cribbing Xbox's playbook for PS6 and the future of PlayStation

Maybe Microsoft had the better ideas this console generation, after all? Sony reportedly considering an Xbox-style move

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is skipping Xbox One and PS4, which is a bold strategy— even if it's about time

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is skipping Xbox One and PS4, which is a bold strategy— even if it's about time

Responding once again to online speculation, Activision has confirmed the status of Call of Duty 2026 on Xbox One and PS4, and it doesn't make for good reading for players on both. Even if it's the right decision to make.

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"The whole modding community ... sustains the success of their titles": Bethesda considered using Unreal Engine 5 for Xbox's Starfield, but stuck with Creation Engine to be mod friendly

"The whole modding community ... sustains the success of their titles": Bethesda considered using Unreal Engine 5 for Xbox's Starfield, but stuck with Creation Engine to be mod friendly

A former Bethesda artist has said the studio thought about swapping to Unreal Engine 5 for Xbox's Starfield, but stuck with Creation for its mod support.

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I just tested the new Steam Controller — and it's the only PC gamepad I'll ever need

I just tested the new Steam Controller — and it's the only PC gamepad I'll ever need

The Steam Controller is arguably the best PC game controller for Steam users, thanks to its ergonomic design and high degree of customization.

New Halo leak claims Xbox is making Halo 2 and Halo 3 remakes after Campaign Evolved — "Active development is underway," here's what we know

New Halo leak claims Xbox is making Halo 2 and Halo 3 remakes after Campaign Evolved — "Active development is underway," here's what we know

A new report claims that Xbox and Halo Studios are developing remakes for Halo 2 and Halo 3 that are similar in scope to Halo: Campaign Evolved.

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To save Xbox, Asha Sharma doesn't have to defeat PlayStation or Steam — she has to defeat Microsoft itself.

To save Xbox, Asha Sharma doesn't have to defeat PlayStation or Steam — she has to defeat Microsoft itself.

Xbox’s future hinges on Asha Sharma, whose biggest challenge isn’t PlayStation or Steam, but transforming Microsoft’s own culture to save the brand.

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"We were children" says Fable creator who admits that the fact it ended well "is a miracle"

"Dene [Carter] and I had been thinking about Fable for at least ten years before we started on it, and not necessarily in the most grounded of ways"

Former Elder Scrolls Online boss describes Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin closing as a turning point at Xbox: 'I know where this is going'

Xbox vibe shift.

I've been gaming on my phone with the GameSir G8 Galileo, and it's the closest I've come to replacing my console

The GameSir G8 Galileo is a wired USB-C mobile controller with full-size grips, Hall effect joysticks and triggers, and a pair of programmable back buttons.

Microsoft's CEO promised the world to consumers in a speech about fixing Windows 11 — but one thing Satya Nadella said worries me

Satya Nadella talking about consumers in relation to Windows 11 is mostly reassuring, with a notable exception.

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“Xbox mode is easily the headline feature”: In May’s Windows 11 update, I walk through the 11 upgrades that change how we use the OS, and why some of them surprised me

The May 2026 Windows 11 update adds Xbox mode, AI Taskbar support, and security changes you shouldn't ignore. Here's all you need to know.

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Microsoft highlights fan voting site as Xbox VP calls on players to choose which classic games should return via backwards compatibility

Jason Ronald directs fans to a community voting site for backward compatibility requests, hinting that player feedback could play a role in future Xbox game preservation efforts.

Did Apple inspire the new Xbox logo?

The new design certain looks... glassy.

'Subnautica 2' Release Times Confirmed for PC & Xbox Series X|S Early Access Launch Date

"Subnautica 2" release times have been revealed for PC and Xbox Series X|S, confirming a global Early Access launch schedule on May 14, 2026

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Xbox added its new logo to dynamic backgrounds faster than I expected, as CEO Asha Sharma confirms: "Dropping today"

Xbox has begun rolling out new dynamic backgrounds, profile backgrounds, and gamer pics featuring its recently revealed logo, following a quick turnaround from Asha Sharma’s public confirmation.

The Xbox Ally X finally just got its promised Auto SR abilities, but I doubt most handheld players will care right now

Auto Super Resolution has arrived on ROG Xbox Ally handheld via a Windows Insider update, but the AI upscaling only kicks in when connected to a display.

Xbox isn't worth a port for small Japanese studios, says RPG dev, since the console isn't even sold in most local retailers

The Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin developer has a soft spot for Xbox consoles, though

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